2009 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP) has 73 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 262 kg more than 2004 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (501 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 330 | Sable |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
